What Meghan Markle wore for her first post-baby announcement appearance

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Just a day after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced that they would be expecting their first child in the spring of 2019, the two made a public appearance at the Royal Opera House in Sydney as part of their current Pacific tour. For the visit, Markle picked an elegant white sheath dress by Australian designer Karen Gee—keeping with the tradition of championing local designers on royal tours—and layered it with a classic trench. With two weddings, the birth of a prince and another baby on the way, 2018 has clearly been quite the year for the British Royal Family, and the internet is filled with excitement over the most recent development. Scroll on for all the sartorial details of the first outfit Meghan Markle stepped out in after announcing her pregnancy.

Embrace the versatility of the classic white sheath

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The mom-to-be’s Karen Gee pick was perfect for her day outing in sunny Sydney, and dare we say, made her glow? Pregnant or not, an elegant white sheath is a great pick for most formal settings. Wear one for a work meeting or for dinner with your partner’s parents—there’s no going wrong with it. Looking for dresses like Meghan Markle’s recent number? Shop similar options from our edit below.

Layer your dress with a classic trench

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The royal dress code demands that the women always wear coats in a public setting. Markle picked a classic beige trench for her day out, and matched it with a pair of nude heels. In terms of accessories, the Duchess chose simple stud earrings and a gold bangle to complement her ensemble, and paired it with a minimal makeup look while leaving her hair open. A classic trench is utilitarian on many counts and definite wardrobe must-have for all. Shop for one similar to Meghan Markle’s from our edit now.